Question
My neighbor’s daughter has Down syndrome. She has developmental delays, is short in stature, can only speak simple sentences, and has facial deformity. What are the treatment methods for Down syndrome?
Answer
The current view is that Down syndrome is a congenital genetic disorder caused by chromosomal abnormalities. Clinical manifestations include delayed mental and physical development, abnormal facial features, and often accompanied by other malformations. Patients also have weaker resistance. There is currently no effective treatment method, and the main approach is to improve patients’ self-care abilities through active education and training while paying attention to prevent infections. For severe cases, long-term lifelong care by the family is required.